Iran has officially banned the use of Starlink, the satellite internet service operated by Elon Musk's SpaceX.

The government says that Starlink could allow people to access the internet without using local networks, which they cannot control. This complicates their ability to regulate what people see and share online.

Starlink is popular among activists, journalists, and citizens who want uncensored internet, especially in countries where internet access is restricted.

Iranian officials say that the service could be misused by foreign enemies and claim that it could even be used for military purposes. They are concerned about losing control over their national communications.

SpaceX has not made any official comments, but Elon Musk had previously stated that Starlink was activated in Iran during past protests and internet outages.

Digital rights groups are concerned. They say that banning Starlink will make it even more difficult for people in Iran to access an open and secure internet.

A spokesperson for Access Now, a global NGO, said that the move is part of a growing pattern of 'digital authoritarianism.'

They added that while it is acceptable for a country to want to control its internet systems, completely cutting people off from tools like Starlink only increases censorship and repression.

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